Upcoming AZ writer events.
Whether you need an accountability group, want to be savvier about the business of authorship, or are looking for a fun in-person event to meet other writers, we’ve got you covered.
To try and help Arizona writers see a wide range of events happening in the Valley, we list POP events and also select other events. Please verify dates, times, and costs directly with any external group listed on this events calendar.
Events that have a cost include a $ before the title of the event.
*POP is not responsible for changes to the days and times of events.
Writers Read Craft Book Club, by Phoenix Oasis Press
This in-person book club + writer's craft talk series is ideal for authors of all skill levels who want to read a work of fiction and then discuss it in terms of writing craft elements -- all in a comfortable group setting guided by author Eric Boyd!
Arizona Author Book Festival by SEEDS for Autism
Find Phoenix Oasis Press in the Writer’s Scene Exhibit Tent at the inaugural family-friendly Arizona Author Book Festival.
$ Arizona Writing Workshop, by Writing Day Workshops
A one-day writing event focused on intense instruction, opportunity to pitch a literary agent or editor (optional), get your questions answered, and more. Limited seats at the event (150 total).
$ Phoenix Fan Fusion
Discover your inner geek. Hosted by Phoenix Fan Fusion, this is a local, fan and geek driven, large scale, multi-genre, pop-culture convention... with the silly, quirky name.
2025 Anthology Submission Window CLOSES
Call for submissions closes today for the Phoenix Oasis Press 2025 anthology.
Tucson Festival of Books
Authors, exhibitors, panelists and more! The Tucson Festival of Books is one of the top 9 literary festivals in the world.
2025 Anthology Submission Window OPEN
Call for submissions is open for the Phoenix Oasis Press 2025 anthology!
POP in & write Fridays, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
Networking for Creative Writers
Prefer to talk to the voices in your head rather than network?
Totally fair, author. We.hear.you. But networking may be the key to unlocking your writing dreams. Join this workshop, developed by romance writer Megan Crawford, filled with tips to make author networking less scary, more manageable, and (dare we say) fun?
POP in & write Fridays, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
POP in & write Wednesday, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
POP in & write Fridays, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
POP in & write Thursdays, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
2025 Anthology Workshop Series - Formatting
Formatting matters, so we’re making it easy. Join us to learn what we’re looking for format-wise, how to submit, and what to expect after submission. Part of POP’s 2025 Anthology Workshop Series.
BLK WRDS - A creative writing workshop celebrating Black voices
Join us for BLK WRDS — a free, in-person, interactive workshop designed to spark your imagination through prompts inspired by Black writers, poets, and songwriters. Co-sponsored by Grassrootz Bookstore & Juice Bar.
Mapping Your Energy to do More Meaningful Work
Creativity thrives in flow, not force. Yet so many writers struggle against their natural energy cycles, pushing through exhaustion or feeling guilty for prioritizing their craft. What if managing your energy was the key to unlocking your best work?
POP in & write Fridays, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
POP in & write Thursdays, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
POP in & write Fridays, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
POP in & write Thursdays, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
POP in & write Fridays, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
POP in & write Thursdays, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
$ Main Character Energy Candle Making Workshop, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Create a custom candle based on a setting, character, or key moment in your work-in-progress. The cost of this event depends on which size candle you create.
POP in & write Fridays, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
POP in & write Thursdays, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
Author-preneurship hosted by ASU
Join ASU’s Author-preneurship team for their monthly author get-together filled with tips, connections, and support.
2025 Anthology Workshop Series - Feedback & Polish
Feedback helps writers polish their work. Join this workshop for information on proofreading and beta reading support along with a small-group online critique component. Part of POP’s 2025 Anthology Workshop Series.
POP in & write Fridays, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
POP in & write Thursdays, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
POP in & write Fridays, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
POP in & write Thursdays, by Phoenix Oasis Press
Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
2025 Anthology Workshop Series - Aim High!
We’re looking for your best writing, but what does that mean? We’ll tell you! Join for an exercise in ‘stunning sentences,’ discussion of ‘what makes a strong submission,’ and an overview of literary awards on our radar. Part of POP’s 2025 Anthology Workshop Series.